Tomato Arugula Baguette Sandwich Recipe

Introduction

This Tomato Arugula Baguette Sandwich is a fresh and flavorful choice, combining juicy heirloom tomatoes, peppery arugula, and creamy gruyere cheese. With a fragrant basil garlic butter and tangy pickled onions, it’s perfect for a light lunch or picnic treat.

Ingredients

• 1 baguette
• 2 heirloom tomatoes (or your favorite sweet tomato, sliced)
• 8-10 slices gruyere cheese (about 4.75 oz)
• 1/2 cup pickled onions
• 1 cup fresh arugula
• 3 tablespoons salted butter (very soft)
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 cup basil (chopped)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, mix the very soft butter with chopped basil and garlic powder until well combined to make the basil butter spread.
2. Step 2: Slice the baguette lengthwise. You may leave it as two halves or cut each half to make four pieces about 9 inches long.
3. Step 3: Spread a thick layer of the basil butter on the top half of the baguette. On the bottom half, layer the tomato slices, gruyere cheese, fresh arugula, and pickled onions.
4. Step 4: Place the buttered top half over the filled bottom half. Gently cut the sandwich into four pieces, roughly 4 1/2 inches each, and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

• Use crusty bread like a fresh baguette for the best texture and flavor contrast.
• Swap gruyere for Swiss or mozzarella if you prefer a milder cheese.
• Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze on the tomatoes for extra sweetness and acidity.
• If you don’t have pickled onions, thinly sliced red onions soaked briefly in vinegar work well.

Storage

For best taste and texture, assemble the sandwich just before serving. If you need to store leftovers, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to one day. Reheat gently in a low oven if desired, but fresh is always best.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of bread for this sandwich?

Yes, any crusty bread like ciabatta or a good-quality sourdough will work wonderfully. Just choose something sturdy enough to hold the fillings without becoming soggy.

How can I make this sandwich vegan?

Replace the gruyere with your favorite vegan cheese and use a plant-based butter for the basil garlic spread. Omit or replace pickled onions with another tangy vegetable if desired.

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This Tomato Arugula Baguette Sandwich is a fresh and flavorful lunch option featuring heirloom tomatoes, creamy gruyere cheese, peppery arugula, and tangy pickled onions on a crusty baguette spread with herbed basil garlic butter. Quick to assemble and perfect for a light meal or picnic, it balances savory, sweet, and slightly tangy flavors with a delightful texture contrast.

• Author: lina
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
• Category: Sandwich
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Bread

• 1 baguette

Vegetables and Greens

• 2 heirloom tomatoes, sliced
• 1 cup fresh arugula
• 1/2 cup pickled onions
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Dairy

• 8–10 slices gruyere cheese (about 4.75 oz)
• 3 tablespoons salted butter, very soft

Seasoning

• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

1. Prep Butter: In a small bowl, combine the very soft salted butter, chopped fresh basil, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated to create a flavorful basil garlic butter spread.
2. Slice Baguette: Slice the baguette lengthwise, carefully cutting it into two halves. You can leave it whole lengthwise or further halve each half to make four pieces approximately 9 inches long for easier assembly and serving.
3. Fill Sandwich: Spread a generous layer of the prepared basil garlic butter on the top half of the baguette. On the bottom half, layer the sliced heirloom tomatoes evenly, followed by the gruyere cheese slices, fresh arugula, and pickled onions. Carefully place the buttered top half over the filled bottom half.
4. Slice and Serve: Using a sharp knife, gently cut the assembled baguette into four pieces, each about 4 1/2 inches long. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors.

Notes

• Use very soft butter to ensure easy mixing and spreading.
• Heirloom tomatoes add sweetness and color; substitute with your preferred ripe tomato if needed.
• Pickled onions add a nice tang and crunch; omit or replace with fresh red onions if unavailable.
• To keep the sandwich from getting soggy, consider layering cheese between tomato and bread.
• For a vegetarian option, this recipe fits well as-is; it is also suitable for those avoiding meat.
• Serve immediately after assembling for best texture and freshness.

Keywords: Tomato sandwich, Arugula sandwich, Gruyere cheese sandwich, Basil butter, Fresh baguette sandwich, No-cook lunch